Choosing the Right Racquet

Choosing the right tennis racquet can be a daunting task with the many different types available. The range of racquets can be categorized into three main types.

There are power, control and tweener racquets. While these are the three main racquet types there is a vast amount of customization that can go into choosing the perfect racquet for a player.

 Brands like Wilson, Head, Babolat and Yonnex all offer racquets that fall into the three categories. The following descriptions are common characteristics of each racquet type.

Tennis Warehouse - Over-size, Mid-size, Small head

Power Racquets

• Over-sized head
• Longest of the three
• Lightweight build
• Recommended level: beginner, intermediate 

Power racquets allow for easy generation of power. The over-sized head offers players a larger sweet spot. This is the center of the racquet head.

The length offers more maneuverability and the lightweight construction allows for an easier swing. Power racquets are great for beginners because they offer more consistency when skills are lacking. 

Control Racquets

• Small racquet head
• Shorter length than power racquets
• Heavier build
• Recommended level: intermediate, advanced

Control racquets are for players who have developed their ground strokes and footwork. The smaller head means less power from the racquet, so the player must generate power from their swing. This allows the player to have better control over the depth and height of a ball. 

Tweener Racquets

• Mid-sized head
• Mid-sized length
• light to mid-weight 
• Recommended level: beginner, intermediate, advanced

These racquets are a middle ground for tennis racquets. They offer a combination of power and control to suit the needs of various playing styles.

They are great for players who want a well-rounded racquet. Due to the versatility of the racquet any level of play can benefit from using a tweener racquet.

You can check out a more in depth racquet choosing guide at this link from Tennis Warehouse.